Syenite and Arkose Definition

Definition of Syenite and Arkose

The general Syenite and Arkose definition can be stated as: Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock which is composed mainly of alkali feldspar and various ferromagnesian minerals. On the other hand, Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. Along with definition of Syenite and Arkose, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Arkose. Get to know more information about Syenite and Arkose origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Arkose

The history of Syenite and Arkose gives information about where the rock was found and who was its discoverer. Almost each and every aspect of Earth's history is recorded in rocks be it the volcanoes which were erupted or the plants, animals and organisms which are now extinct, as rocks are present from millions of years.

Syenite and Arkose Origin and Discoverer

Syenite and Arkose definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Syenite and Arkose. In this section, you will know about Syenite and Arkose Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Syenite is Unknown whereas Origin of Arkose is France. It is interesting to know the name of Syenite and Arkose discoverer. The Discoverer of Syenite is Unknown and the discoverer of Arkose is Alexandre Brongniart.

Etymology of Syenite and Arkose

Along with Syenite and Arkose definition, know more about the etymology of Syenite and Arkose. Etymology of Syenite and Arkose gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Syenite and Formation of Arkose. The etymology of Syenite is From French syénite, from Latin Syenites (lapis ) (stone) of Syene while that of Arkose is From French syénite, from Latin Syenites (lapis ) (stone) of Syene. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Syenite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Arkose belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Syenite and Arkose are listed below.

For Syenite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock

For Arkose,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock